EP976: Modular, cloud-native, and digital-first

EP976: Modular, cloud-native, and digital-first

Author: IBS Intelligence Podcasts | A Cedar Consulting Unit May 12, 2026 Duration: 20:06
This interview features Udeet Bhagat from PureSoftware discussing the success of their flagship banking platform, Arttha. The source highlights how this cloud-native and modular technology enables financial institutions to automate digital onboarding and loan origination processes. A major focus is placed on the platform's ability to remain scalable while adapting to local regulatory requirements in diverse markets like Africa and Southeast Asia. The text also outlines future plans to integra...

Tune in for direct conversations with the people actively shaping the future of money. IBS Intelligence Global FinTech Interviews sits down with founders, executives, and visionaries from across the financial technology landscape, offering a rare, unfiltered look at their journeys. Each episode moves beyond the press release to explore the real-world strategies being deployed, the unexpected hurdles encountered, and the genuine insights gained from building in this fast-paced sector. You’ll hear firsthand accounts from leaders who are not just analyzing trends but are on the ground implementing new systems, forging partnerships, and navigating regulatory shifts. This podcast, presented by IBS Intelligence Podcasts, part of Cedar Consulting, serves as an audio companion to their deep industry analysis, providing context and personality to the forces driving global change. Whether you're in banking, payments, investment tech, or simply fascinated by the intersection of finance and innovation, these discussions deliver substance and perspective, connecting the dots between today's decisions and tomorrow's financial ecosystem. It’s a chance to listen in on the candid stories behind the headlines, straight from the source.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

IBS Intelligence Global FinTech Interviews
Podcast Episodes
Ep980: AI, Compliance & the New Age of Islamic Banking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:09
Rajesh Saxena, CEO, Consumer Banking, and Rami Roukoss, product expert, Intellect Design Arena Limited As Islamic banking gains global momentum amid rising demand for ethical, Shariah-compliant financial services, Puja S…
EP979: Treasury solution for LPBank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:01
This interview details the award-winning implementation of the Finastra Kondor treasury solution at LPBank, a prominent financial institution in Vietnam. Deputy CEO Nguyễn Ánh Vân explains how the bank successfully integ…
EP978: The Importance of Reliability  and Resilience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:49
This interview with Yethi Consulting CEO Srirang Srikantha explores the critical role of quality assurance in the modern banking sector. Srikantha highlights how digital transformation has heightened customer expectation…
EP977: The theory and practice of BaaS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:59
This interview with George Toumbev of NatWest Boxed details the rise of Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), highlighting partnerships with Saga and The AA. Toumbev predicts most retail banking revenue will shift away from tradi…
EP975: Listening, learning and strategising… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:50
In this interview, Chris Walters of Finastra outlines a strategic pivot toward customer-led innovation following a year of extensive global engagement with clients. He explains that the company is doubling down on its co…
EP974: Banks Shift Focus from Client Growth to Value Chain Control [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:32
Deepa Santhanam, Partner & SVP - Business Consulting, Intellect Design Arena In an era where growth is defined by ecosystem depth rather than customer count, Puja Sharma speaks with Deepa Santhanam, Partner & SVP - Busin…
EP973: The Challenge of Achieving integrated Payments [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:54
In this interview, Tommaso Jacopo Ulissi of Nexi Group explores the ongoing convergence of digital payments with specialized business management software. He explains that modern merchants no longer seek isolated transac…
EP971: A trusted partner, modernising with confidence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:12
In an interview with IBS Intelligence, William Moroney of Temenos discusses the urgent need for financial institutions to replace outdated legacy systems with flexible, modern technology. He explains that banks are incre…
EP970: Why Banks Are Rethinking Tech, Trust and Partnerships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:06
Raj Jathar, SVP Sales Engineering, Azentio In an era of geopolitical volatility, cyber risk, and regulatory pressure, Puja Sharma speaks with Raj Jathar, SVP Sales Engineering at Azentio, on redefining tech resilience th…